Lifestyle maternity sessions are easily one of my favorite sessions to photograph as Northern Virginia maternity photographer. Getting to capture a family in their own home during the last few weeks of pregnancy is such a joy. From perfectly decorated nursery's, to filling out baby books, and getting your bags packed there is so much to prepare

When I first met Julie and Devin at a Holiday party a few years ago, I had no idea how much of an impact they would have on our lives. We kept in touch but it wasn't until just before Julie gave birth to their daughter Vera, that we reconnected and she asked me to photograph their newborn session. I often talk about how my clients turn into friends..

To say I adore this sweet couple would be an understatement. When I first met Allie and Ryan for their birth photography consult, Allie threw out some ideas to me for her maternity session. Allie is a talented motherhood photographer herself so I knew she would have some amazing ideas in mind for us to capture this special time for her..

Maternity sessions are quickly becoming a new favorite for me, especially when they happen to include such special friends. When I first started my business I thought newborns would be my all-time favorite, because who doesn't love to snuggle babies, right? But lately Ive been appreciating capturing the season of preparation that my clients..

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Emily Gerald is a birth, newborn and maternity photographer serving Washington DC, Aldie, Ashburn, Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, Herndon, Reston, Leesburg, Loudoun County, Chantilly, Centreville, Manassas, Gainesville, Haymarket, Stafford, and Fredericksburg. She is located in Gainesville, Virginia and is available for travel in the Virginia, Maryland and DC areas.